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Amazon has some great warehouse deals, and most of their used games are in like new condition. Please post specific deals you find via Warehouse deals in this thread. Check latest posts for the newest deals, or click the link below.


PLAYSTATION VITA LINKS:
(Check here frequently for Playstation Vita's. Please, everyone stop posting how they are in stock every five minutes. The links are located here, so when someone wants to check, they can. Feel free to continue posting about Vita games and accessories that come in stock.)

Wifi Vita
3G/Wifi Vita
FEB Vita


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A BIG thanks to the CAG community for continuously posting specific deals!



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Amazon Warehouse Deals Storefront - I usually go here just to check out things.

**All titles are available for FSS with orders over $25**
**There is no guarantee how long these will be in stock, so if you see something, better grab it fast**


Link To Items By Price:

$0-$24 Deals
$25-$49 Deals
$50-$99 Deals
$100-$199 Deals
$200-$499 Deals


Browse Games by Console: (These are somewhat broken now, as Amazon has updated their search system and made it even worse)

Nintendo 3DS

PS Vita

Sony PSP

Xbox 360

Wii

PS3



F.A.Q's

What is Amazon Warehouse Deals?
Warehouse Deals is part of amazon that has open box, generally like new items.

Is the Amazon Warehouse Deals return policy the same as Amazon's return policy?
Yes, All purchases are eligible for Amazon customer service and 30 day return policy.

I'm using the games sort by console link, and the games will not sort by price properly. What is wrong?
You aren't doing anything wrong, the sort by price feature on Amazon is broken

I'm waiting for a 360, ps3, 3ds, or PS Vita to pop up.. What time do they usually appear?
They can show up any time, the best way to find it is have the item tabbed on your browser, and download an auto refresh app and frequently check it... Sometimes they will not pop up on amazon warehouse deals storefront, you will need to check the "used" section of the item

Why did all the prices of games randomly jump up?
Games on warehouse deals generally go on a cycle. They will get extremely low, great deals.. Then they will jump back up and restart the cycle of falling in price again.

I have a gaming credit and/or an Amazon gift card. Can both of these be applied to Warehouse Deals orders?
Gift cards can be applied to orders made on warehouse deals, however video game credit is only good for items shipped and sold by "amazon.com", warehouse deals does not count as this.

What was Penny Deals?
In early September of 2011, tons of newer release, more expensive games popped up for 1 penny each. Many CAG members placed orders, expecting them to get cancelled. Some were cancelled, however many CAGS got a large amount of games for a penny each. There has been no confirmation what exactly happened and why these games were sold for a penny.

What condition are products from Warehouse Deals generally in?
Usually, games are re-shrinked wrap and almost in perfect condition. Any game i have personally ever bought has in like new condition. However, some people have reported that games were scratched with stickers on the insert. Consoles are also usually reported in like new or new condition with box damage. Rarely, a console may be missing a key component such as a power brick. Games listed in "acceptable" condition likely have very beaten up cases, or are missing cases, and are in not so great condition, but generally have a working game disc.


Here is an example of a like new handheld (PS Vita) - Thanks Slixshot​

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JoNLqd0lqk


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Do you have any suggestions that could improve the Amazon Warehouse Deals thread, whether it be the OP (including FAQ's) or the thread in general? Feel free to pm me suggestions!


Previous Threads:

I:http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=256610
II:http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7717783#post7717783
III:http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=291329 - The penny deals craziness
IV:http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=303172
 
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[quote name='momouchi']Just trying to figure out why someone would do that. Guess not everyone is a cheapass. ;)

Selling on Amazon is really easy, especially when you want to offload something pretty quickly. They take a small cut, but you get $4 for shipping so it isn't too bad. I like it for selling games that could go down in value soon because the turn-over is very quick.[/QUOTE]
The only time that the $4 credit really sucks is when it's a larger item, like a Black Ops Prestige. That $4 shipping credit leaves you paying another $11 on your own for shipping(if using UPS with Sig Confirmation like I've used for mine).

So all in all you lose about $25 or so between fees and shipping costs.:cry:
 
Just scored a $200 250gb Xbox Slim Holiday Bundle. Sold my old arcade 360, 120gb hard drive and wireless adapter for $200 on amazon. Nice upgrade for me!
 
[quote name='shiftymcneely']Just scored a $200 250gb Xbox Slim Holiday Bundle. Sold my old arcade 360, 120gb hard drive and wireless adapter for $200 on amazon. Nice upgrade for me![/QUOTE]

That is a nice upgrade!!!
 
[quote name='IAmTheCheapestGamer']The only time that the $4 credit really sucks is when it's a larger item, like a Black Ops Prestige. That $4 shipping credit leaves you paying another $11 on your own for shipping(if using UPS with Sig Confirmation like I've used for mine).

So all in all you lose about $25 or so between fees and shipping costs.:cry:[/QUOTE]

Amazon comps sellers $4 for shipping per sale?

So those paperback books on Amazon that are listed for a penny... Say those sell for 1 cent plus $3.99 shipping. Amazon collects their % off the 1 cent, then reimburses the seller $4 for shipping? Shipping would probably be like $2 under USPS media mail (I don't know if that's acceptable for shipping under Amazon standards), so the seller pockets the $2 from Amazon? And if the seller is like some used book stores, they maybe paid $0.50 in store credit for the book, so they've turned quite a substantial profit percentage wise thanks to the Amazon shipping reimbursement. Am I getting this right? Or am I totally off?
 
[quote name='kodave']Amazon comps sellers $4 for shipping per sale?

So those paperback books on Amazon that are listed for a penny... Say those sell for 1 cent plus $3.99 shipping. Amazon collects their % off the 1 cent, then reimburses the seller $4 for shipping? Shipping would probably be like $2 under USPS media mail (I don't know if that's acceptable for shipping under Amazon standards), so the seller pockets the $2 from Amazon? And if the seller is like some used book stores, they maybe paid $0.50 in store credit for the book, so they've turned quite a substantial profit percentage wise thanks to the Amazon shipping reimbursement. Am I getting this right? Or am I totally off?[/QUOTE]

It depends on the item. Video games get $3.99, and things that qualify for media mail (such as books or dvds) get something like $1.98.
 
[quote name='kodave']Amazon comps sellers $4 for shipping per sale?

So those paperback books on Amazon that are listed for a penny... Say those sell for 1 cent plus $3.99 shipping. Amazon collects their % off the 1 cent, then reimburses the seller $4 for shipping? Shipping would probably be like $2 under USPS media mail (I don't know if that's acceptable for shipping under Amazon standards), so the seller pockets the $2 from Amazon? And if the seller is like some used book stores, they maybe paid $0.50 in store credit for the book, so they've turned quite a substantial profit percentage wise thanks to the Amazon shipping reimbursement. Am I getting this right? Or am I totally off?[/QUOTE]
That is probably right. I am curious what shipping of a book cost now though. Paperbacks can weigh a good little chunk.
 
[quote name='kodave']Amazon comps sellers $4 for shipping per sale?

So those paperback books on Amazon that are listed for a penny... Say those sell for 1 cent plus $3.99 shipping. Amazon collects their % off the 1 cent, then reimburses the seller $4 for shipping? Shipping would probably be like $2 under USPS media mail (I don't know if that's acceptable for shipping under Amazon standards), so the seller pockets the $2 from Amazon? And if the seller is like some used book stores, they maybe paid $0.50 in store credit for the book, so they've turned quite a substantial profit percentage wise thanks to the Amazon shipping reimbursement. Am I getting this right? Or am I totally off?[/QUOTE]

That's correct. As for Amazon's shipping standards, they don't require you to ship via any particular method (though they do strongly suggest delivery confirmation). Rather they give you a time frame that the item must be delivered by and as long as it arrives on time you're clear - and standard shipping offers a huge window. That's why you rarely see cheap books from sellers that offer expedited shipping, because obviously anything other than Media Mail would cost more than the shipping credit.
 
[quote name='kodave']Amazon comps sellers $4 for shipping per sale?

So those paperback books on Amazon that are listed for a penny... Say those sell for 1 cent plus $3.99 shipping. Amazon collects their % off the 1 cent, then reimburses the seller $4 for shipping? Shipping would probably be like $2 under USPS media mail (I don't know if that's acceptable for shipping under Amazon standards), so the seller pockets the $2 from Amazon? And if the seller is like some used book stores, they maybe paid $0.50 in store credit for the book, so they've turned quite a substantial profit percentage wise thanks to the Amazon shipping reimbursement. Am I getting this right? Or am I totally off?[/QUOTE]

Most of those books are being sold for the tiniest in profits. I think they do it to get ratings.

For a .01 penny book + 3.99 shipping credit, Amazon will take out $1.35 in commission. That means for a penny book, the seller gets $2.65 cents. Media mail for 2 lbs costs $2.89. (a 1lb book is $2.47) So regular sellers are losing money or barely break even on that. I'm sure the bigger sellers get a break from Amazon but for the most part they aren't making much more than a quarter or so depending on the weight of the book. Plus you have to have packaging costs too.
 
[quote name='confoosious']Most of those books are being sold for the tiniest in profits. I think they do it to get ratings.

For a .01 penny book + 3.99 shipping credit, Amazon will take out $1.35 in commission. That means for a penny book, the seller gets $2.65 cents. Media mail for 2 lbs costs $2.89. (a 1lb book is $2.47) So regular sellers are losing money or barely break even on that. I'm sure the bigger sellers get a break from Amazon but for the most part they aren't making much more than a quarter or so depending on the weight of the book. Plus you have to have packaging costs too.[/QUOTE]

So then they include the $4 credit they give you in the total sale price they take their cut from? That's... interesting. Looking at this calculator, if I sell the item for free (that I acquired for nothing), manage to ship it for $2, I'd actually OWE Amazon $0.35 in fees after the $3.99 credit. Kinda bizarre.
 
No, 15% or whatever only applies to the actual sales price, not the shipping price. 1.35 is a variable price that all items have taken off.

Typically using stamps.com they could save maybe another 15% on their shipping cost.
 
[quote name='confoosious']Most of those books are being sold for the tiniest in profits. I think they do it to get ratings.[/QUOTE]

Plus, another aspect of it is just simple inventory turnover/control. A lot of the places selling on Amazon are actual B&M buy/sell/trade places. Being able to dump the overstock on Amazon with a relatively quick lead time allows them to make room in their B&M location for the inventory that keeps people coming in the door. The stuff they are dumping on Amazon for next to nothing is mostly worthless in the trade value they give for it as well (i.e. in gamer terms, what you'd expect to get on trade for your used copy of Madden 04).

Having an avenue available to quickly dump the stuff allows those stores to continue giving their customers something for their junk rather than turning them away with an "I'm sorry, we can't take these." That fact alone keeps those customers coming back to trade stuff in to your store as opposed to your competitor down the street. The knowledge that your store will take pretty much anything they bring in keeps them coming back, keeps them spending their credit in your store, and gives you a better chance to be the store that really cashes in when those customers have something really worthwhile.
 
[quote name='confoosious']Most of those books are being sold for the tiniest in profits. I think they do it to get ratings.

For a .01 penny book + 3.99 shipping credit, Amazon will take out $1.35 in commission. That means for a penny book, the seller gets $2.65 cents. Media mail for 2 lbs costs $2.89. (a 1lb book is $2.47) So regular sellers are losing money or barely break even on that. I'm sure the bigger sellers get a break from Amazon but for the most part they aren't making much more than a quarter or so depending on the weight of the book. Plus you have to have packaging costs too.[/QUOTE]

although they could be making more of a profit if they are amazon prime sellers. you pay a $40 flat fee every month and no longer pay a percentage for each item. only benefits you if you sell in large quantities, like I'm sure many of the overflow businesses do.
 
[quote name='Backlash2332x']although they could be making more of a profit if they are amazon prime sellers. you pay a $40 flat fee every month and no longer pay a percentage for each item. only benefits you if you sell in large quantities, like I'm sure many of the overflow businesses do.[/QUOTE]

That's not true. Being a Pro Merchant doesn't remove the per item percentage. It just removes the 99c per item flat fee from Fulfilled By Amazon orders. You'd still have to pay the $1.35 commission from my example above.

I'm sure at some level of sales revenue you get many more benefits and reduced rates but the commission never goes away. That's how Amazon makes their money. $40 per month from their biggest sellers wouldn't begin to cut it.
 
[quote name='confoosious']That's not true. Being a Pro Merchant doesn't remove the per item percentage. It just removes the 99c per item flat fee from Fulfilled By Amazon orders. You'd still have to pay the $1.35 commission from my example above.

I'm sure at some level of sales revenue you get many more benefits and reduced rates but the commission never goes away. That's how Amazon makes their money. $40 per month from their biggest sellers wouldn't begin to cut it.[/QUOTE]

My apologies, it's been a while since I was a pro merchant.
 
Watch out anyone that's look for the 250 360 holiday bundles I just got my good one today the description said marks on top and bottom. Turns out it doesn't have the original box, one of the games is missing, the vent part on the top is broken and there's lots of rattling coming from inside the xbox. Didn't bother hooking it up just put it back in the package and off it's going.
 
[quote name='Golden Lemonz']Turtle Beach x12's "acceptable" $31.98

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B005DQG0BO/ref=sr_1_9_olp?ie=UTF8&m=A2L77EE7U53NWQ&s=merchant&qid=1327929518&sr=1-9&condition=used[/QUOTE]

Im thinking of getting the "good" condition one, for $34. Or they also have very good for $37 and like new for $40. Im not sure what one I should get. As I said before I have all the cables cause I have an X11, but just worried about headset condition. Dont really wanna pay $40 for a used headset, thats only $10 off.

and I dont see how someone said said they got a very good for $23. Dont see how/why it would go up $14.
 
[quote name='daver16']Watch out anyone that's look for the 250 360 holiday bundles I just got my good one today the description said marks on top and bottom. Turns out it doesn't have the original box, one of the games is missing, the vent part on the top is broken and there's lots of rattling coming from inside the xbox. Didn't bother hooking it up just put it back in the package and off it's going.[/QUOTE]

Damn! I ordered a "very good" one yesterday (gonna be here tomorrow) and already sold my old 360 arcade! The description for mine only said, may be repackaged. I hope I have better luck than you did. It sounds like it might have been damaged in shipping though.
 
Well it was inside a box in a box I think someone returned it broken and whoever inspected in at the returns or trade in place was like yeah it's good haha
 
When I sell a book on Amazon there is a $0.99 standard fee for each item sold, plus a $1.35 variable fee plus 15% of the sale price. If you pay the $40 a month to be a pro seller than you don't pay the $0.99 per item fee, but still have to pay the variable fee.

If you sell a penny book, and you're not a pro merchant, you get $4.00 - $0.99 - $1.35 which equals $1.66. You have to pay for shipping and a padded envelope out of that.
 
wow had the used-very good x12s in my cart, selected my shipping, etc, and when I hit place order, the same page would just reload. thought it might be the browser. Opened Chrome to try it, now the very good is gone. someone beat me to it within seconds...ugh.
Wanna start playing mw3 again, and i just cant w/o some TBs.

edit: now only like new is in stock, still dont think $40 for used is a good deal tho.
 
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[quote name='myka22']When I sell a book on Amazon there is a $0.99 standard fee for each item sold, plus a $1.35 variable fee plus 15% of the sale price. If you pay the $40 a month to be a pro seller than you don't pay the $0.99 per item fee, but still have to pay the variable fee.

If you sell a penny book, and you're not a pro merchant, you get $4.00 - $0.99 - $1.35 which equals $1.66. You have to pay for shipping and a padded envelope out of that.[/QUOTE]

^^^I believe this is correct. I looked into being a pro merchant in the past and this was the breakdown at that time.
 
Somewhat gaming related i picked up some new video cards for my new PC build. Grabbed 2 of thee cards below for some crossfire action as long as both work with no issues if not i will have to decide if i want these over my 560 ti.

$176.96 XFX Radeon HD 6950 XXX Edition - 830 MHz Core - 1 GB DDR5 SDRAM - HD-695X-ZNDC
 
[quote name='fueledbytrueman']"Good" PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset: $59.14:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list...7U53NWQ&qid=1327963578&sr=1-29&condition=used

I bought a "good" one last week for ~$57. Came flawless. And it's a really killer headset![/QUOTE]

It might be noteworthy to point out that the description mentions cosmetic damage to the headset itself on this one and that it's missing the power cord (although I'm not sure if the power cord is just a standard USB cord or not on this thing).
 
[quote name='scott_matthews']It might be noteworthy to point out that the description mentions cosmetic damage to the headset itself on this one and that it's missing the power cord (although I'm not sure if the power cord is just a standard USB cord or not on this thing).[/QUOTE]

The cord is the same as the standard one you use for the ps3, and I don't think any of them come with them... I don't remember mine having one, anyway.

Great headset btw!
 
[quote name='Mixer236']The cord is the same as the standard one you use for the ps3, and I don't think any of them come with them... I don't remember mine having one, anyway.

Great headset btw![/QUOTE]

I almost jumped on it until I noticed the damage and the missing cord. Thanks for the info. Is the cord a USB power cord (like the PS3 controllers), or is it a PC power cord (like the PS3 system itself)? I'm assuming the former, but was a bit confused by your reply.
 
[quote name='scott_matthews']I almost jumped on it until I noticed the damage and the missing cord. Thanks for the info. Is the cord a USB power cord (like the PS3 controllers), or is it a PC power cord (like the PS3 system itself)? I'm assuming the former, but was a bit confused by your reply.[/QUOTE]

It is a USB cord (standard to mini). Same as the cord for controllers and move controllers. Also the same as many phones, though mostly "older" ones at this point. Since the PS3 doesn't charge things when it is off, I use a wall charger for my headset. After all, I want it on my head (and wireless) when the PS3 is on.
 
Do new releases ever show up on launch day? I'm hopin to snag Soul Calibur V for a bit less. I was gonna get it but release day delivery was key to me getting it but I waited too long.... Now i must make up my mind between the 10$ promo credit or the watching it on AWD
 
[quote name='LoWeT']Do new releases ever show up on launch day? I'm hopin to snag Soul Calibur V for a bit less. I was gonna get it but release day delivery was key to me getting it but I waited too long.... Now i must make up my mind between the 10$ promo credit or the watching it on AWD[/QUOTE]

Seems unlikely... I think you'd at least have to wait a few days for the people who return them to show up on stock. If you have a Target near you, you could snag SCV with a nifty $20 gift card and you won't have to worry about release date delivery. :bouncy:
 
[quote name='BigPoeticCanine']Seems unlikely... I think you'd at least have to wait a few days for the people who return them to show up on stock. If you have a Target near you, you could snag SCV with a nifty $20 gift card and you won't have to worry about release date delivery. :bouncy:[/QUOTE]

Thanks, I might just do that now. Only problem would be spending that 20$ back at target, since im generally an amazon guy haha. Thanks
 
[quote name='LoWeT']Do new releases ever show up on launch day? I'm hopin to snag Soul Calibur V for a bit less. I was gonna get it but release day delivery was key to me getting it but I waited too long.... Now i must make up my mind between the 10$ promo credit or the watching it on AWD[/QUOTE]

I believe it has happened, but not very often. The chances of Soul Calibur V showing up on launch day are pretty slim, but you never know.
 
[quote name='LoWeT']Do new releases ever show up on launch day? I'm hopin to snag Soul Calibur V for a bit less. I was gonna get it but release day delivery was key to me getting it but I waited too long.... Now i must make up my mind between the 10$ promo credit or the watching it on AWD[/QUOTE]

It has happened. I think MW3 showed up on release days. Some of the time they're just damaged copies and not necessarily returned copies. For that reason, they do show up on AWD on release days but it's not common.
 
I guess I'll try to be on it like a hawk and if I don't get one by day's end I'll go to target. Does target ahve anything like those kindle gift cards at best buy?

Thanks for all the help everyone
 
[quote name='LoWeT']I guess I'll try to be on it like a hawk and if I don't get one by day's end I'll go to target. Does target ahve anything like those kindle gift cards at best buy?

Thanks for all the help everyone[/QUOTE]

they have kindle cards
 
Did they remove the option of looking at the Just Arrived for Video Games only? I don't want to have to push through tons of old over priced stuff just because they want me to look at it more.
 
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